Antacid Definition

ănt-ăsĭd
antacids
adjective
That neutralizes acids; counteracting acidity.
Webster's New World
Counteracting or neutralizing acidity, especially of the stomach.
American Heritage Medicine

Counteracting or neutralizing acidity, especially in the stomach.

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noun
antacids
An antacid substance, such as sodium bicarbonate.
Webster's New World
A substance, such as magnesia or sodium bicarbonate, that neutralizes acid.
American Heritage Medicine

An agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity, especially in the stomach.

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Other Word Forms of Antacid

Noun

Singular:
antacid
Plural:
antacids

Antacid Sentence Examples

  • Make a paste using six Tums antacid tablets and water.

  • The tablets have an orange flavor and contain an antacid to neutralize the acid.

  • Heartburn afflicts most adults at some point, but can often be alleviated with antacid medications.

  • Certain other plant foods that contain fiber, such as bran, actually reduce the absorption of non-heme iron; so do antacid medications, often taken to relieve the upset stomach associated with taking oral iron supplements.

  • An over-the-counter antacid will only suppress the symptoms for a while, and not treat the real cause of the problem.

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